English · Phrasal verb Attested

budge up

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To move or scoot over in order to make room for someone, especially when sitting.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

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‘Budge up, yeh great lump,’ said the stranger.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “budge up” mean?

To move or scoot over in order to make room for someone, especially when sitting.

Is “budge up” formal or informal?

budge up is generally informal.

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